Qatar operates a modern metro system in Doha and a light rail network in Lusail, both developed as part of the country’s preparation for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and Vision 2030.
Network Overview
| Parameter |
Statistics |
Notes |
| Total Track Length |
176 km |
Combined systems |
| Doha Metro |
76 km |
3 lines operational |
| Lusail Tram |
28 km |
Light rail system |
| Track Gauge |
1,435 mm |
Standard gauge |
| Electrified Lines |
100% |
750V DC/1500V DC |
Major Systems
| Line |
Length (km) |
Stations |
Daily Riders |
Color |
| Red Line |
40 |
18 |
200,000* |
Red |
| Green Line |
22 |
11 |
150,000* |
Green |
| Gold Line |
14 |
11 |
100,000* |
Gold |
*Estimated figures
Lusail Tram
| Line |
Length (km) |
Stations |
Status |
Color |
| Pink Line |
6.6 |
10 |
Active |
Pink |
| Purple Line |
7.0 |
8 |
Active |
Purple |
| Yellow Line |
5.4 |
7 |
Active |
Yellow |
| Green Line |
9.0 |
13 |
Active |
Green |
Technical Parameters
Infrastructure
| Parameter |
Metro |
Tram |
| Track Gauge |
1,435mm |
1,435mm |
| Power Supply |
750V DC |
750V DC |
| Max Speed |
100 km/h |
60 km/h |
| Signaling |
CBTC |
CBTC |
Rolling Stock
| Type |
Quantity |
Manufacturer |
Capacity |
Features |
| Metro Trains |
75 |
Kinki Sharyo |
416 |
Driverless |
| Standard Sets |
3 cars |
Climate controlled |
Gold/Family/Standard |
Classes |
Tram Fleet
| Type |
Quantity |
Manufacturer |
Capacity |
Features |
| Trams |
28 |
Alstom |
209 |
Climate controlled |
| Citadis |
5 modules |
Low floor |
Catenary-free |
Operation |
Operations
Service Levels
| System |
Peak Frequency |
Off-Peak |
Operating Hours |
| Metro |
2-3 mins |
5-8 mins |
05:30-00:00 |
| Tram |
5 mins |
7-10 mins |
06:00-23:00 |
Infrastructure Development
Current Projects (2025-2026)
| Project |
Budget (USD B) |
Status |
Completion |
| Metro Extensions |
3.5 |
Planning |
2026 |
| Integration Hubs |
0.8 |
Active |
2025 |
| Smart Systems |
0.4 |
Ongoing |
2025 |
Future Plans (2026-2030)
| Project |
Estimated Cost (USD B) |
Status |
Notes |
| New Metro Lines |
5.0 |
Study |
Network expansion |
| Regional Rail |
8.0 |
Planning |
GCC connection |
| Transit Hubs |
2.0 |
Concept |
Integration |
Environmental Initiatives
Sustainability Goals
| Initiative |
Target |
Timeline |
Status |
| CO2 Reduction |
-25% |
2030 |
Active |
| Solar Power |
20% usage |
2027 |
Planning |
| Energy Efficiency |
+30% |
2028 |
Ongoing |
Smart Solutions
| Technology |
Implementation |
Coverage |
Status |
| Smart Cards |
Network-wide |
100% |
Active |
| Real-time Info |
All stations |
100% |
Operating |
| Mobile Apps |
All services |
100% |
Active |
Special Features
Climate Adaptation
| Feature |
Purpose |
Implementation |
| Station Cooling |
Passenger comfort |
Advanced HVAC |
| Platform Screen Doors |
Climate control |
All stations |
| Desert-proof Design |
Equipment protection |
System-wide |
Economic Impact
Employment
| Sector |
Direct Jobs |
Indirect Jobs |
| Operations |
2,500 |
7,500 |
| Maintenance |
1,200 |
3,600 |
| Support Services |
800 |
2,400 |
Cultural Integration
| Element |
Implementation |
Purpose |
| Islamic Architecture |
Station design |
Cultural identity |
| Prayer Rooms |
All major stations |
Religious needs |
| Gender Separation |
Gold/Family Class |
Cultural norms |
Future Vision
Development Goals
| Goal |
Timeline |
Investment (USD B) |
| Network Expansion |
2030 |
15.0 |
| Smart Integration |
2028 |
2.0 |
| Regional Connectivity |
2030 |
8.0 |
